A Report on Microclimate Controlled Dairy Housing Model

Author: Y. Ravindra Reddy, Cherryl D.M. and B. Rangamma

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Abstract

The farm efficiency depends on the level of production and reproductive capacity of animals which in turn depends majorly on the optimum microclimate surrounding the animal. Regardless of what breed or pedigree the animals may possess, without the right microclimate conditions, they cannot display their potential for productivity and sustain their health. The complete impact of microclimatic variables on an animal's physiological condition, heat exchange, health, and productivity serves as a marker indicating the influence of these external parameters. There are particular temperature-humidity microclimates for bovines where the animals feel comfortable and will exhibit the best levels of sustained productivity. When maintaining cattle under intensive system in livestock buildings, it is required to maintain the microclimate’s essential criteria. These aspects of dairy housing are discussed in this article

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Temperature, microclimate, stress, cooling pad, thermometer, hygrometer

Conclusion

It is clear that dairy animals frequently require protection from short-term weather events in order to survive, as well as from longer-term weather effects in order to function satisfactorily. Yet, the question is how much the animals' surroundings or management need to be changed. The question cannot be satisfactorily resolved by general suggestions; a proper response necessitates a logical analysis of the negative effects of weather and the advantages to be gained from altering the natural environment utilizing cutting-edge technology. This paper has highlighted some simple advances that could be used under intensive rearing for improving the comfort and reducing stress in dairy animals. Of course, rational technology selection will not ensure better performance; rather, by lowering risk, rational technology selection will lessen the likelihood of loss. The most recent advancements in dairy housing with microclimate management highlight the growing application of AI and IoT for real-time environmental control in conjunction with energy-efficient and sustainable technology

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Y. Ravindra Reddy, Cherryl D.M. and B. Rangamma (2024). A Report on Microclimate Controlled Dairy Housing Model. Biological Forum – An International Journal, 16(11): 63-66